Despite huge demand, glycerite making can feel confusing. This online workshop demystifies the process with simple, effective methods based on years of hands-on experience.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this workshop, you’ll know how to:

Make strong, shelf-stable herbal glycerites from fresh or dried herbs
Create herbal cough syrups, lozenges, and more using glycerine
Understand glycerine’s properties, energetics, and metabolism in the body
Choose the right glycerine types and ratios for effective medicine making
Troubleshoot common issues like mould, weak potency, or preservation challenges

You’ll also learn about the wider context – glycerine production methods, sustainability considerations, and why it’s a valuable tool in community herbalism.

What’s Included

4 concise video lessons (8–35 minutes each)
Downloadable handouts and slides
Subtitles and transcripts available for every video
Lifetime access – learn at your own pace

Contribution & Sliding Scale

Standard Tuition: £45 – Helps sustain the Solidarity Apothecary’s work supporting people experiencing state violence.

Sliding Scale: No questions asked. Pay what you can afford. No one turned away for lack of fubds. Please email: support@solidarityapothecary.org for the discount code. You don’t need to disclose any personal circumstances.

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What People Are Saying

“Solidarity Apothecary’s course Making Herbal Medicine with Glycerine course was simply outstanding. An immense amount of effort went into designing a well-organized and comprehensive curriculum. Each aspect of the course built upon the previous one, creating a seamless flow of knowledge and skills development.

Nicole’s depth of experience contributed to her clear, concise and easy-to-understand instructions and context to making herbal medicine with glycerine. Her passion for the subject is evident, making the learning experience both engaging and enjoyable. Her knowledge on the topic is vast, and she shared case studies that enriched my learning. It was evident that in the Solidarity Apothecary project, years have been dedicated to honing her expertise and transmitting the skills and knowledge. I feel incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to learn from such a seasoned professional. As a result of this herbal glycerine course, I now feel confident in my ability to create non-alcohol based, high-quality herbal remedies for myself and my beloveds.“

Katy

“I found the glycerites course thorough, accessible and straightforward which is just what I was hoping for. I often struggle with online learning because I find that when platforms are complicated or have a lot of different aspects to them, I will easily lose motivation and just give up.

The course was detailed and felt thorough with clear referencing throughout so I felt like I knew what I was learning. I completed it in one sitting because it was both straightforward and interesting, and I felt confident to start making my own glycerites with the essential info and also the context for that info, needed to adapt it to different circumstances and make my own judgement calls where needed. I’ll definitely be returning to the course and more of solidarity apothecary’s courses, thank you.”

Cat Rowsome

“The course on making glycerites was short and simple but full of useful information. I have made several glycerites using the instructions provided in the course. I have made and used glycerites using the slow cooker method out of motherwort and wild roses that I gathered and milky oats that I grew. I have been having good results using them. I had always heard glycerites are less potent than tinctures, but the glycerites I made feel very effective.“

Skyler

Commonly Asked Questions

How long is the workshop?

The videos range from 9 to 35 minutes each. The content is clear and concise plus handouts and slides for quick reference.

Is this course suitable for beginners?

Yes. While designed with some herbal experience in mind, the language is accessible and jargon is explained. It’s a great introduction to glycerites and herbal medicine making.

Isn’t glycerine an industrial by-product?

There are different kinds. This workshop covers the differences between synthetic and organic vegetable glycerine, with context around biofuels, agriculture, and sustainability.

Can’t I just learn this from a book?

Herb books often gloss over glycerites or leave out key details. This workshop distills years of personal experimentation – tested methods that work again and again.

How long do I have access to the course?

Forever! Once registered, you can return to the videos anytime.

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